Hellen
Meaning of Hellen
Hellen is a female name with origins in Greek mythology. It is derived from the name Helena or Helen, which means "bright" or "shining." Hellen has associations with beauty and grace due to its connection to the legendary figure Helen of Troy. In American English, Hellen is pronounced as HEH-luhn (/ˈhɛlən/), and this pronunciation is also used in British English. The popularity of the name Hellen has varied over time in the United States, with its peak occurring in the mid-20th century. Currently, it ranks around 2000th in terms of occurrences for newborn girls. Variations of the name include Helena and Helen.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as HEH-luhn (/ˈhɛlən/)
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Notable People Named Hellen
| Hellen van Meene is a renowned Dutch photographer celebrated for her captivating portraits. |
| Hellen Onsando Obiri is a Kenyan middle- and long-distance runner with an impressive record, including multiple world titles and Olympic medals. |
| Hellen Hedemann is a Danish politician and lawyer who briefly served as the first female Lord Mayor of Copenhagen in 2004. |
| Hellen Lindgren - Albert Hellen Gustaf Benedikt Lindgren, the son of author Amanda Kerfstedt, was a Swedish author and translator. |
| Hellen Cherono Koskei is a former Kenyan long-distance runner who won a silver medal in the marathon event at the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne. |
